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(FAQ) FREQUENTLY ASKEd QUESTIONS
How do I clean my speakers and subwoofer?
Just use a dust free cloth or a soft brush to remove the dust from your speakers. We recommend
a specialty cloth (available at the Xtatic shop at www.martinlogan.com) that cleans your
speakers better than anything else we have tried.
What size amplifier should I use?
We recommend an amplifier with 50–100 watts per channel for most applications. Probably
less would be adequate when used in home theater where a subwoofer is employed. The
speakers will perform well with either a tube or transistor amplifier, and will reveal the sonic
character of either type.
Could you suggest a list of suitable electronics and cables ideal for
MartinLogan speakers?
The area of electronics and cable choice is probably the most common type of question that
we receive. It is also the most subjective. We have repeatedly found that brands that work well
in one setup will drive someone else nuts in another. We use many brands with great success.
Again, we have no favorites; we use electronics and cables quite interchangeably. We
would suggest listening to a number of brands—and above all else—trust your ears. Dealers
are always the best source for information when purchasing additional audio equipment.
Is there likely to be any interaction between my speakers and the
television in my A/V system?
No. The MLT-2 and MLT-2 center speakers are shielded and can be used with a CRT television.
Will exposure to sunlight affect the life or performance of my speakers?
We recommend that you not place any loudspeaker in direct sunlight. The ultraviolet (UV)
rays from the sun can cause deterioration of grill cloth, speaker cones, etc. Small exposures
to UV will not cause a problem. In general, the filtering of UV rays through glass will greatly
reduce the negative effects.
Is it safe to set things on my subwoofer?
While your MLT-2 subwoofer is designed with a durable, stain-resistant surface, we advise
you not to set anything on your MLT-2 subwoofer—especially containers holding liquids.
Is there likely to be any interaction between my subwoofer and the
television in my Audio/ Video system?
Yes. The MLT-2 subwoofer doesn’t use a shielded driver. We recommend 3 feet between
the MLT-2 subwoofer and video components that are susceptible to magnetic fields, such
as CRT televisions.
